Makeover Sweet Potato Sausage Skillet

• 3 cups uncooked whole wheat spiral pasta
• 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch cubes
• 1 tablespoon water
• 8 ounces smoked turkey sausage, cut into 1/4-inch slices
• 1 medium green pepper, chopped
• 1 small onion, chopped
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 garlic clove, minced
• 1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
• 1 cup half-and-half cream
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper
• 3/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese

1. Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, place potatoes and water in a microwave-safe bowl. Cover and microwave on high for 4-5 minutes or until potatoes are almost tender.
2. In a
3. , cook the sausage, green pepper and onion in oil over medium heat for 5 minutes or until vegetables are tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer.
4. Stir in the tomatoes, cream, salt, pepper and potatoes; heat through. Drain pasta; stir into skillet. Sprinkle with cheese. Cover and let stand for 5 minutes or until cheese is melted.

whole wheat spiral pasta, sweet potatoes, water, turkey sausage, green pepper, onion, olive oil, garlic, tomatoes, cream, salt, pepper, cheddar cheese

Taken from www.tasteofhome.com/recipes/makeover-sweet-potato-sausage-skillet/ (may not work)